List and Location of Shaktipeethas Hingula (Hinglaj) - Devi’s mind or brain fell here and the idols are Devi as Kotari (Durga) and Bhairava as Bhimlochan (Terrible eyed or the third eye). The location is towards 125 km from Karachi, Pakistan. Sharkarare or Karavipur - Devi’s three eyes fell here and the idols are Devi as Mahishmardini (Durga the destroyer of Mahishashur) and Bhairava as Krodhish (the one who can be angry). It is near Karachi in Pakistan, by rail the nearest station is Parkai. Jwalamukhi, Kangra - Devi’s tongue fell here and the idols are Devi as Ambika (Mother) and Bhairava as Unmatta (Furious). This is located near Pathankot, H.P., Jwalamukhi Road. Sugandha - Devi’s nose fell here and idols are Devi as Sunanada (Pleasing) and Bhairava as Tryambak (Rudra). In the state of Bengal near Barishal in Shivahri Karpur village Devi’s temple is located and Shiva’s temple is in a village called Ponabalia, nearest railway station is Jhalkati. Bhairab Parbat - On Bhairaba mountain near Avanti Devi’s upper lips fell here and idols are Devi as Avanti (Modest) and Bhairava as Lambakarna (Long eared one). It is located near Ujjain. Attahas (laughter) - Devi’s lower lips fell here and the idols are Devi as Fullara (Blooming) and Bhairava as Bhairabhvishesya (Lord of the universe). The place is in Bengal near Birbhum. Image of Devi and the Shiva temple is next to the Devi temple. It is a major pilgrimage and tourist attraction. Prabhas - In Prabhas Devi’s stomach fell here and the idols are Devi as Chandrabhaga (Throne of the moon) and Bhairava as Bakratunda (the one with the bent staff). This is near Mumbai where a launch goes to Bharoal which is near Prabhas. Yanasthana - In Yanasthana Devi’s chin fell here and the idols are Devi as Bhramari (female Bumble bee or attendant of Durga) and Bhairava as Vikrakatakkha (one with the crooked eyes or look). Other names of this Shaktipeeth are Devi as Chibuka (the one with the chin) and Shiva as Sarvasiddhish (the one who can provide all desires). Godavari - Godavari (river) Devi’s left cheek fell here and the idols are Viswamatuka (mother of the world) and Bhairava as Dandapani (the one who holds a staff). Gandaki - Inside Gandaki (river) Devi’s right cheek fell here and the idols are Devi as Gandakichandi (the one who overcomes obstacles or Gandi) and Bhairava as Chakrapani (Holder of the discus). Famous pilgrimage. Suchidesha - Devi’s upper teeth fell here and the idols are Devi as Narayani (the wife of Narayan) and Shiva as Sanghar. Panchasagar - Devi’s lower teeth fell here and the idols are Devi as Barahi and Bhairava as Maharudra (the angry one). Bhavanipur - In Bhavanipur or Karota (river) Devi’s left seat or her clothing fell here and idols are Devi as Aparna (the one who ate nothing, not even leaves) and Bhairav as Bhairabha (Destroyer of fear). The King of Nator and his grandson the Maharajah Ramakrishna used to meditate here. The seat, the yognakunda and five skulls are still here. In the month of Baisakha according to the Bengali calendar, there is a large fete or Mela here to celebrate Ramanavami or Deepanbita. Shriparvata - In Shriparvata or Shri mountain Devi’s right seat fell here and the idols are Devi as Shri Sunadari (beautiful) and Bhairava as Sundaranand (the handsome one). Karnat - Devi’s two ears fell here and the idols are Devi as Jai Durga (the victoriuos Durga) and Bhairava as Avirooka. Vrindavana - Devi’s hair fell here and idols are Devi as Uma (Devi) and Bhairava as Bhootesh (or provider of all desires). Playground of Lord Krishna and the gopis. Kirit - Devi’s crown or headdress fell here and idols are Devi as Vimala (Pure) and Bhairava as Sangbarta. Take the train to Ajimganj. The temples are on the shore of the ganges near Batnagar. (in Bangladesh ) Shrihatta - Devi’s nape of the neck fell here and the idols are Devi as Mahalakshmi (the goddess of prosperity and wife of Mahavishnu) and Bhairava as Sarvananda (the one who makes everyone happy). Devi’s temple is Near Shrihatta town and Shiva’s temple is near Jainpur. Shivaratri and Ashokashtami are celebrated with a Mela (carnival). Take train from Calcutta to Goalanda and steamer to Kechuaganj. Then either take a boat or walk about five miles (6 koshas). Nalhati - Devi’s vocal pipe fell here and the idols are Devi as Kalika (Durga) and Bhairava as Yogesh. One can reach here by train from Howrah station. Kashmir - Devi’s neck fell here and the idols are Devi as Mahamaya (the great Illusion) and Bhairava as Trisandhyasvar. The famous pilgrimage is Amarnath. There is a Shiva linga of glacial ice which expands and contracts with the seasons. Ratnabali - Devi’s right shoulder fell here and the idols are Devi as Kumari (Durga) and Bhairava as Bhairabha (Remover of fear). Mithila - Devi’s left shoulder fell here and the idols are Devi as Mahadevi (Devi) and Bhairava as Mahodara (the big belied one). This is near Janakpur station. Chattagram - In Chattagram (also called Chattal) Devi’s right arm fell here and the idols are Devi as Bhavani (Devi) and Bhairava as Chandrashekhar (the one who has the moon as the crown). It is said that Mahadeva has himself pronounced that he will visit Chandrashekhar mountain regularly during Kali yuga. This is near Sitakunda station. This is in Bangladesh. Manav Kschetra - In Manav Kschetra (Field) Devi’s right hand or palm fell her and the idols are Devi as Dakhchayani (Durga) and Bhairava as Amar (Immortal). Take train from Howrah station to Guskar station and then a few miles to Kogram. Mahadeva is considered Siddhidayaka or provider of all wishes. Ujjain - In Ujjaini Devi’s elbows fell here and the idols are Devi as Mangalchandi (Durga) and Bhairava as Kapilambar (one who wears the brown clothes). Shiva is siddhidayaka. 25-Manibandha - Devi’s middle of the palms fell here and the idols are Devi as Gayatri (Saraswati) and Bhairava as Sarvananda (the one who makes everyone happy). 26-Prayag - (three rivers meet here) Devi’s ten fingers fell here and the idols are Devi as Lalita (beautiful). Another name is Alopi and Bhairava as Bhava. Near Tribeni ghat there is Banitirtha ghat (Quay for boats). Allahabad is the train station. Continue.......
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